1971 Fiat Dino vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1971 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 912 kg more than 1971 Fiat Dino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Fiat Dino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Fiat Dino | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Dino | Touareg |
Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 91.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2312 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2860 mm |